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Northern Shuswap Tribal Council Weytkp! We are the Northern Secwepemc te Qelmucw (NStQ), meaning "The Shuswap People of the North". We are located in Williams Lake, British Columbia

We are the Northern Secwepemc te Qelmucw (NStQ), meaning the Shuswap people of the north. We are located in central British Columbia in the Cariboo Chilcotin Region. We are 4 of the 17 Shuswap bands that are known as the Secwepemc Nation. The Tsq'escen' (Canim Lake), Stswecem'c/Xgat'tem (Canoe & Dog Creek), Xat'sūll (Soda & Deep Creek), and T'exelc (Williams Lake a.k.a. Sugar Cane) communities hav

e built a political alliance to work together to address the needs and issues that are relevant to the NStQ communities. Northern Secwepemc te Qelmucw membership population is over 2000 people. We are known as the people from where the water flowed, where we held jurisdiction and managed large tracts of the Fraser River and the surrounding area and watersheds. Our ties to the land are an important element of our Secwepemc culture, traditional values and customs, and spiritual beliefs which we dictate to living in harmony with the land. Through the treaty process, we are striving for a very unique goal as compared to many other tables. We are not only seeking to govern ourselves, but we are seeking to maintain our integral relationship with our traditional territory as stewards of the land by proposing in our treaty a structure for something called "shared-decision making." Through shared-decision-making with Canada and BC, we are hoping to help guide the management of all the natural resources on our traditional territory.

10/11/2024

We’re excited to announce that the evaluation deadline for the Citizens Assembly has been extended to October 18, 2024! This is your chance to share your insights and make your voice heard.

To participate, use the QR code, follow the link, or email your urban liaison to receive a hard copy or complete your evaluation over the phone. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to contribute to our community’s future!

Contact information for the Urban Liaisons located on the poster.

Thank you for your participation!

06/18/2024

Jun. 18, 24

Due to unforeseen circumstances and staff absence. the summer edition of the 2024 Lexey’em will not be available.

We, at the Northern Shuswap Tribal Council, would like to extend our heartfelt apology for not being able to provide everyone with the summer edition of the Lexey’em.

We plan to have the Fall 2024 edition ready for distribution at the end of September, as regularly scheduled, that will include updates, stories, and current events. We thank you for your understanding as we deal with our staff shortages.

Thank you for the support that you have provided over the years.

04/24/2024

This event is for members of Xat'súll First Nation, Williams Lake First Nation, Tsq̓éscen First Nation and Stswecem'c Xget'tem First Nation. To register click on the link
https://form.jotform.com/240527663944059 or contact your local Outreach Liaison Worker or Communication Staff.
Deadline to register is April 30, 2024. Please be advised that seating is limited.

01/12/2024

Northern Secwepemc Cultural Society needs your help if you are from one of the five Northern Secwepemc communities.

See below for more detail of where to send your idea to.

01/11/2024

It's that time of year where it is extremely cold! Here are some businesses in Williams Lake that are offering a place to warm up and have a cup of coffee!!

01/08/2024

Employment Opportunity

Communications Assistant

Deadline to apply: January 26, 2024 at 4 pm

For full job description please go to www.nstq.ca/employment

01/01/2024

Lé7es ke7 sp̓úsmen ne Tsítslem te Petpénye!! Be happy this year!!

12/31/2023

Please be safe, no drinking or driving, there are resources available to help you get home safely!! Please call the number below!!

12/29/2023

Language is important to our very being and here are some words to help keep it alive!

12/28/2023

12/27/2023

A prayer can go along way, and remember to take some time out of your day to say a little prayer!!

12/26/2023

Your mental health matters too!!! Please take care of yourself and your loved ones too!!! Sometimes the holidays can be tough, and please reach out if you need to!!

Below you will find some numbers you can contact directly to speak to someone!!!

12/25/2023

Happy Holidays!!!!!

12/24/2023

Happy Holidays!!!

12/23/2023

New to Secwepemctsin or forgot simple words, here are some you can share with your family and friends and begin using them as much as you can!!

12/15/2023

Farming fish has been a controversial addition to the challenges of stewardship of wild salmon populations. The Northern Shuswap Tribal Council is looking for the participation of members in a responsible plan for the future. Email [email protected] to find out more.

12/08/2023

Xatśūll First Nation is excited to host the 2024 Citizens Assembly which will be held in Williams Lake at the Cariboo Memorial Complex on May 22, 2024 & May 23, 2024.

Xatśūll members, if you are interested in helping plan 2024's Citizen's Assembly, please see the post below!!!!

11/17/2023

Another Secwepemctsín learning video for you all, since the last one went over so well.

Valerie West, Communications Assistant is more than happy to share what she has learned over the last while

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17 First Avenue South
Williams Lake, BC
V2G1H4

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Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

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http://nstq.ca/

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Language is important!

Language is important to our very being and here are some words to help keep it alive!

Happy Holidays

Happy Holidays!!!

Secwepemc Words

New to Secwepemctsin or forgot simple words, here are some you can share with your family and friends and begin using them as much as you can!!

Another Secwépemctsín learning video for you all, since the last one went over so well. Valerie West, Communications Assistant is more than happy to share what she has learned over the last while

Secwépemc Words of the Week

Another Secwepemctsín learning video for you all, since the last one went over so well. Valerie West, Communications Assistant is more than happy to share what she has learned over the last while

Veterans Day

“To Be Secwépemc” National Aboriginal Veterans Day is a memorial day observed in Canada in recognition of Inidgenous contributions to military service, particularly in the early formation of the Nation, as well the First and Second World Wars, the Korean War and the countries where UN Peacekeepers served around the world. The day is observed annually on the 8th November and was inaugurated in Winnipeg in 1994, and has since spread nationwide. There is a long list of Northern Secwepemc that have served this country since colonialization. On this day of remembrance, we honour and lift up the veterans among us and the memories of those who have passed. We are all grateful for their sacrifice.

NStQ Governance Survey Draw

Congratulations to our two winners of the NStQ Governance Survey Draw Darcy William won the $250 Gas Card Victor Michel won the $250 Grocery Card

Secwepemc Words of the Week

New to Secwepemctsín or have been speaking it for years, here are a few words that Valerie West, Communications Assistant would like to share with you! Enjoy!

NSTC's Communications Department was a part of the Orange Shirt Day Planning Committee and helped/volunteered throughout the 4 day event that happened in Williams Lake. Here is a look back at the event beginning on Wednesday September 27, 2023 - Day 1 of the Orange Shirt Day Events. #NSTC #orangeshirtday2023 #orangeshirtdaywilliamslake #NationalDayforTruthandReconciliationWeek2023 #10yearanniversaryforOrangeShirtDay

Orange Shirt Day & National Day for Truth & Reconciliation - Day 1

An informative session featuring the Vancouver Aboriginal Transformative Justice Service Society is being offered during the NSTC Lunch & Learn that's being held on May 10th. Register with Brenda for more information.